GRE Word List

EMISSARY

one designated as the agent of another : representative

The meaning of the word emissary is one designated as the agent of another : representative.

Random words

WordMeaning
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
braggadocioempty boasting
puissanthaving puissance : powerful
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
indigenousproduced, growing, living, or occurring natively or naturally in a particular region or environment
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted